Subject Head​/Senior Teacher​/Teacher; Mathematics

Subject Head, Mathematics

Guided by the Head of Department, Mathematics, you will provide strategic curriculum leadership, with a specific focus on the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or relevant pre‑university frameworks. You will drive the customization of pedagogy and assessment to ensure academic rigor is integrated with the sports aspirations of our student‑athletes. This includes:

Strategic Leadership:
Driving a shared learning vision and setting clear educational goals for the team in alignment with departmental priorities and IB standards and practices;

IB Curriculum Directorship:
Leading the end‑to‑end planning and evaluation of the Mathematics curriculum, ensuring all school‑based curricula meet the requirements of the IB Mathematical Studies/Applications/Analysis pathways;

Systems Oversight:
Establishing a robust framework for monitoring instructional quality and ensuring internal assessments (IAs) and coursework meet international moderation standards;

Personnel Management:
Taking accountability for the professional conduct and performance of the team, while nurturing a climate of integrity and well‑being; and

Change Management:
Leading the team through curriculum shifts and innovations to ensure the department remains future‑ready and globally competitive.

Guided by the Head of Department, Mathematics and School Staff Developer, you will be a master practitioner and a catalyst for a mentoring culture. You will elevate teaching standards across the school by championing IB‑specific pedagogical strategies.

This includes:

PLC Leadership:
Leading Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to drive collaborative inquiry and action research, focusing on the effective integration of Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills within the Mathematics classroom;

IB Pedagogical Mentorship:
Modeling mastery in inquiry‑based learning and providing structured guidance to teachers on incorporating Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and "International Mindedness" into Mathematics;

Assessment Innovation:
Designing school‑wide assessment strategies and monitoring frameworks that prepare student‑athletes for the rigors of external IB examinations;

Network Building:
Promoting professional networks within the school to share best practices in curriculum initiatives and teacher‑led workshops; and

Stakeholder Partnerships:
Fostering strong collaborations with parents and community partners to enhance school‑wide programs and support the holistic outcomes of the IB learner profile.

You will be responsible for the frontline teaching and mentoring of our student‑athletes, participating in curriculum design that resonates with a high‑performance sports culture. This includes:

Instructional Excellence:
Delivering engaging, student‑centric lessons that adapt to the unique schedules of student‑athletes;

Learning Environment:
Establishing an empowering classroom atmosphere that motivates athletes to become self‑directed learners;

Assessment & Feedback:
Designing varied assessment modes and providing timely feedback to bridge learning gaps;

Holistic Development:
Contributing to pastoral care and guidance programmes to instill core values and socio‑emotional competencies; and

Rapport Building:
Creating a supportive culture built on mutual trust with student‑athletes to support their dual‑career demands.

• Professional teaching qualifications, such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education, or other similar qualifications.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience in pre‑university institution or secondary school.
• Preferably an Honours degree or a good undergraduate degree in Mathematics.
• Experience in pre‑university and/or International Baccalaureate Diploma programme is an advantage.
• Demonstrates effective, engaging and well‑paced lessons by flexibly adopting a wide range of teaching techniques appropriate for a specific subject or learner profile.
• For Subject Head/ Senior Teacher, Mathematics position:
  At least 5 years of teaching and leadership experience in secondary school or pre‑university institutions. Applicants who are currently holding the position of Subject Head and Senior Teacher will be an advantage.